Episode 50 - Donnalynn Patakos

Donnalynn Patakos, editor-in-chief of Portray Magazine, opens this episode with profound insights on how to create the best life possible. She shares her perspective on navigating the art world, choosing the right life partner, and—perhaps most importantly—how you see yourself. And she speaks from experience: Donnalynn is living the kind of life that many art lovers dream about. Her most inspiring message? This life isn’t reserved for a select few—it’s available to every one of us.

A highly respected art advisor, public speaker, author, and as mentioned before, founder of Portray Magazine, Donnalynn serves on acquisition boards and foundation committees, using her expertise to guide strategic art acquisitions and philanthropic initiatives. She travels globally, representing significant art collections, and curates extraordinary works for a discerning private clientele.

Her latest project, Portray Presents, is a video series of artist interviews like no other. In each conversation, Donnalynn creates a signature cocktail—or mocktail—inspired by the artist being featured. Together, they dive into the artist’s background, creative process, passions, and personality. You’ll hear more about this inspiring new series during our conversation.